Peptides for sleep

Deep sleep, REM and circadian rhythm are among the most common reasons people try peptides. The strongest evidence on this page is not from a peptide marketed for sleep at all.

Ranked by strength of evidence

  1. S+
    Tirzepatide

    Treats moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity

    Approved for sleep apnea — the only sleep claim here backed by large trials.

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  2. B
    Epithalon

    Improves sleep, circadian rhythm, and general markers of aging

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  3. B
    Pinealon

    Improves sleep / REM sleep in humans

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  4. B
    DSIP

    Improves sleep in people with chronic insomnia

    Named for the effect in 1977. Three small studies, 36 patients total, and the best-controlled one was negative.

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  5. B
    Ipamorelin

    Improves recovery, deep sleep, or general well-being

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  6. B
    CJC-1295

    Improves recovery, sleep, skin, or anti-aging

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The honest read

The peptides marketed specifically for sleep rest largely on self-report and small studies. The one entry on this page with large randomized trials behind it earned that grade for treating sleep apnea — a specific medical condition, diagnosed and treated by a clinician.